Proyecto Cimarron (Bomba)
12:00–1:00
United by their love of Afro-Latino culture, Proyecto Cimarron, a Puerto Rican bomba performance group based in New Haven, are committed to preserving and sharing bomba rhythms. The dance and music style evolved during Puerto Rico’s history of African slavery under Spanish rule 400 years ago, and continues to be a way to fight for racial justice and social justice.
Spanish Community of Wallingford Youth Mariachi Band and Dancers
1:30–2:00
Through its amazing Mariachi performances, the Spanish Community of Wallingford helps to add to the mosaic of American life by enabling all Latinos to share the culture of their native countries.
Tere Luna (Bolero)
2:30–3:00
Singer Tere Luna recalls childhood family gatherings where great music, food and the traditions of her native Mexico grew her artistic aspirations. It was there she fell in love with Bolero. “The Bolero is a key to the deepest emotions of one’s soul. Its musical cadence and lyrics also have a way of evoking the most romantic and pleasant memories of love. The Bolero celebrates life and love in both its happiest and saddest of moments,” Luna said.
Orquesta Afinke (Joyful Mix of Styles)
3:30–5:00
Afinke is a traditional Spanish slang term used by musicians to describe a group that plays together. The musicians in Orquesta Afinke toured with many notable performers across the world. They decided to come together to share their joyful musical repertoire of styles, including Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Boleros, Plena, Latin jazz and much more. Join them at the Fiesta and get ready to dance!
